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THE EYES OF HISTORY 2011 CONTEST
View the winning entries by clicking the link above.

NEXT YEAR'S DINNER -- MAY 12, 2012

Contest rules will be posted in December. You must be a WHNPA member to enter The Eyes of History contest.
Jan 27
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The Northern Short Course in Photojournalism: Lecture Series

 

Whitney Shefte, an award-winning video journalist at The Washington Post, pitches, researches, shoots, reports, edits and produces multimedia stories for the Post’s digital and print platforms. She has documented everything from AIDS in D.C. to traumatic brain injury in the military to life in India.

She is experienced with multiple platforms including video, photography, audio and writing. Whitney serves as an officer and on the video and multimedia committees for the White House News Photographers Association and is Mentorship Chair for the non-profit organization Women Photojournalists of Washington. A three-time Emmy Award nominee, Whitney received a Peabody Award in 2011 for her project Coming home a different person on traumatic brain injury. She and a team of other Post journalists were finalists for the Pulitzer Prize in Explanatory Reporting for the same project in 2011. Whitney is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s School of Journalism and Mass Communication where she concentrated in photojournalism.

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Northern Short Course March 8 - 10, Fairfax, Va

THE NORTHERN SHORT COURSE IN PHOTOJOURNALISM: FAIRFAX, VA MARCH 8-10, 2012   Visit the website to learn more:  http://www.northernshortcourse.com/

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NPPA tuition grants for Northern Short Course

http://www.nppa.org/competitions/tuition_and_travel_grants/

These grants are open to all photographers, whether they are NPPA members or not.

Deadline for applications: Midnight EST on Monday, February 6th.

Jan 25
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WHNPA STUDENT CONTEST (coming soon)

Student Contest rules should be posted around Feb 1. It’s never too early to start reviewing your potential entries!

Jan 20
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Ace Photo taking pre-orders for Nikon D4 and Canon 1Dx

ACE PHOTO NEWS


Nikon News 
 

Ace Photo Now Taking Pre-Orders !

Nikon introduces it’s new flagship camera, the Nikon D4.

D4 Tag Line

This new flagship offers speed and accuracy with a 16.2 MP FX-format CMOS sensor, 10 fps continuous shooting, a 91,000-Pixel RGB sensor and Advanced SRS, improved 51 point AF System, ISO expanded to 204,800 and 1080p video at 30p with stereo sound.

Nikon D4 Side view 

 Enter the new flagship of Nikon’s D-SLR lineup: D4. Engineered for professionals, D4 strikes an ideal balance between resolution, sensor size, image processing and ISO range. Its newly designed FX-format sensor and EXPEED3 processor enable image capture up to 10 fps with full AE/AF performance and Full 1080p HD video. Combine that with cutting-edge metering and AF systems, intelligently designed controls, an ultra-rugged body and multiple connectivity options, and D4 liberates the world’s top-notch photographers and multimedia artists like never before.

Ace Photo Now taking Pre-Orders on 1Dx

Canon Annouces 1Dx
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Jan 19
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SLIDELUCK POTSHOW

slideluck potshow
Friday February 24th  Submit your work for SLPS Baltimore II now! We are currently seeking cohesive, creative, and thought-provoking submissions for the slideshow! All visual artists- photojournalists, painters, performers, sculptors, fashion and fine-art photographers are welcome!

The DEADLINE for submissions is Monday, February 6, 2012 at MIDNIGHT.
For submission guidelines, please visit: http://slideluckpotshow.com/submissions 
Submissions are FREE for ASMP members and only a mere $10 for non-members
    So hurry up and get your work in!

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Photoshop World Conference & Expo March 24-26

Photoshop World

 

Photoshop World Heads to Washington D.C.

 

For the first time ever, Photoshop World will head to The District for three days of the world’s best photography, lighting and Photoshop training.

 

Taking place from March 24-26, 2012 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Photoshop World features more than 100 classes-taught by 40+ noted instructors like Scott Kelby, Jay Maisel, Dave Black, Jeremy Cowart and Joe McNally-that will teach you how to make magic happen behind the lens, no matter your skill level.

 

Special FotoDC Discount*
Sign up for Photoshop World and you’ll save an extra $75 off the Early Bird registration rate! Simply use this special code-PE12-FOTODC-when registering online or by calling NAPP at 
800-738-8513.

 

So whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and maximize your potential.
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International Lifeline fund - Jan 25th at L2 Lounge

Lifeline & FotoDC
Lifeline & FotoDC present
Photography Exhibition by Lifeline Creative Director Deborah Terry aise for a worthy cause; clean water and sanitation initiatives for developing countries worldwide. To learn more about International Lifeline initiatives go to www.lifelinefund.org.
 
Where: L2 Lounge  When: 01/25/12
3315 Cadys Alley, N.W., Washington D.C. 20007
Suggested Donation - $20
 
RSVP:
Lifelinefundevents@gmail.com
Door proceeds will be donated to International Lifeline Fund. 
100% of art sales will be donated to Lifeline. Exhibition Dates: January 25, 2012 - February 1, 2012

http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?llr=69efsxdab&v=001QORyCDlYxyuDCnTKNyNZu8akvE2ufqevqOmQ5ge3qORNbrBWYchry-q5IaC3wzoV44jcsxgnnnOt6r2jzCITkFLa1HZqineRhQwQiRmHMC7wkoK_dTjxtQ%3D%3D

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Jan 18
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Gazette.Net: Photojournalist claims wrongdoing by Montgomery County police:

http://www.gazette.net/article/20120118/NEWS/701189625&template=gazette

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Video, Stills, and new media contest rules posted!

Visit the CONTEST INFO page  of the WHNPA site for eligibility requirements, submission guidelines, and payment options  for the 2012 Eyes of History contest.  Members, we’re looking forward to seeing your Video, new media, and still photography contest entries.  Each contest has separate requirements, so please read the guidelines carefully. Deadlines are posted on the page as well. Please don’t wait until the last minute to submit your contest entries!!!

Jan 15
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SPOTTED AROUND TOWN



Paul Richards, AFP, sent us these shots of Gary Cameron and Stephen Crowley:

A familiar face has been spotted on the streets of DC that hasn’t been seen behind a camera in 10? years…. Seen here Jan 11 at the Gitmo protest in Lafayette Park. And then Professor Crowley rolled up on his “news mobile”….


Jan 14
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Plan ahead-hotel reservations

Members, If you need a room for the gala weekend go to www.ritzcarlton.com/washingtondc and in the Group code section type “PHOPHOA” to get the group rate over the contracted dates.The rate is $269.

Additional hotel options are being negotiated and we will post the info soon.